Lease-Up Project Manager - Phoenix, AZ

Dominium•Phoenix, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Dominium is helping tackle the affordable housing crisis and is looking for motivated candidates to join their team. The Lease-Up Project Manager oversees and coordinates the lease-up process for new properties, ensuring the efficient execution of leasing activities, compliance with housing program requirements, and timely turnover of units for move-in. This role works closely with on-site teams, providing support to meet occupancy goals while keeping regional leadership informed on key performance metrics.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of recent experience in new construction lease-up.
At least 2 years of on-site Community Manager experience, with proven ability to manage leasing processes and property performance.
Proficient in Yardi Voyager Software for property management and leasing operations.
Familiarity with federal, state, and local housing regulations and compliance requirements, including programs like Section 42 and Section 8.
Highly organized with strong time-management skills, able to develop and maintain schedules to meet occupancy goals and deadlines.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with experience working collaboratively with on-site teams and regional leadership.

Responsibilities

Oversees the lease-up process of multiple properties, coordinating leasing activities, application reviews, and unit preparations for move-ins in a floating capacity.
Ensures compliance with housing programs (e.g., Section 42, Section 8) and local regulations.
Develops move-in schedules and task assignments to meet occupancy targets in collaboration with on-site staff.
Regularly reports property performance, occupancy rates, and financial metrics to the Regional Manager and VP.
Processes applicant files according to housing program requirements, maintaining accuracy and timeliness.
Stays informed on federal, state, and local regulations affecting lease-ups and resident needs.
Facilitates leasing efforts by ensuring applications are processed promptly and leasing documentation is completed.
Coordinates with marketing to enhance visibility and maintain lease-up momentum.
Documents all prospect communications, ensuring follow-up aligns with company standards.
Tracks and analyzes weekly traffic and closing ratios to support leasing performance.
Manages the details of move-ins and move-outs, including unit inspections and resident onboarding.
Maintains accurate property records by updating Yardi daily and promptly reporting incidents as needed.
Provides additional on-site training to staff as needed, ensuring proper knowledge transfer and skill development.